Hakone travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hakone

With a population of 13,339, Hakone is a must-see destination in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hakone to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Hakone

If you’re looking for affordable options, 懐石料理 花壇 (箱根町強羅1300 強羅花壇) and Itoh Dining by NOBU (箱根町強羅1300-64) are great picks.

When to visit Hakone

Hakone in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 1455
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hakone in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 1455
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hakone

Plane

Although Hakone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tokyo All airports (TYO), which is located 53 miles from Hakone. The shortest flight to Hakone from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 6h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 54 miles from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Times and Relax Rent A Car, among others, in Tokyo.

Plane

Although Hakone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tokyo All airports (TYO), which is located 53 miles from Hakone. The shortest flight to Hakone from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 6h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 54 miles from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Times and Relax Rent A Car, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Hakone

Airlines serving Hakone

KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,840 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,647 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,827 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,877 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,541 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,674 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,530 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,894 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,238 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,111 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,428 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,337 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,238 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (876 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (787 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (307 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hakone

From 5-star hotels such as the Fujiya Hotel to great affordable options like the Hakone Kowakien Miyamafurin, Hakone offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 1,127 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,603 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include K's House Hostels - Hakone Yumoto Onsen and Onsen Guesthouse Hakone Tent.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hakone

Most booked hotels in Hakone

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,249+
Hakone Kowakien Tenyu
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,521+
Mizunoto
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 913+
Hotel Okada
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 718+
Hotel New Akao
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 565+
Hotel Resorpia Atami
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
RM 385+

Hiring a car in Hakone

Expect to pay RM 5.08 per litre in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 60.92 and RM 81.23. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakone, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 5.08 per litre in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 60.92 and RM 81.23. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Hakone, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.